If you are a fan of Sherlock Holmes, readers just might find themselves attracted to Isaiah Quintabe, better known as IQ, a 26-year-old African AmericIf you are a fan of Sherlock Holmes, readers just might find themselves attracted to Isaiah Quintabe, better known as IQ, a 26-year-old African American “private eye.” He takes on cases the police are less likely to involve themselves in. And, he is the star protagonist of this novel, which is this author’s debut.
Isaiah is a bit moralistic, who happened to love his older beloved brother named Marcus. This will be important for readers to understand because what occurred, molds IQ’s character.
We begin, when the author takes readers directly into a crime in progress. There is an obvious creepy guy with nefarious ideals towards an innocent teenage girl. And then there is IQ, a bystander witness. He goes into action with his deductive skills, recognizing that a possible crime is in process. He has interesting ways of processing this scene, and, quite the tools in his “toolchest” to thwart the crime.
Of course, IQ won’t stick around for the hero status, he’s not interested in the credit or the accolades. This is another aspect of IQ’s character that makes him so likable.
So, what happened in IQ’s past that makes him want to right the wrongs for the locals? What happened to Marcus? And what happened in IQ’s past that brought him to become this present kind of Los Angeles private investigator who is gifted like Sherlock Holmes?
While readers contemplate this through their swift turning of pages, a case comes. And it involves someone who needs help, and perhaps some dogs. Is this a take on the Hound of the Baskervilles? If it involves protecting a dog, or any dog, I am all in, and I think readers will agree, as well!
Oh, and IQ has a sidekick that is similar to Dr. Watson, of Sherlock Holmes fame, in Juanell Dodson, a war veteran. Readers should just go with it and appreciate what he and other characters add to the story!
There is action. It is gritty. (A bit of foul language for the sensitive ears.) There is that Los Angeles scenery. The investigations are good. And, it almost feels like it is being written for the screen. Hmmm…wonder who has the rights?
And, Isaiah is a fascinating character to want to follow into a future series. Will the author continue to follow his Sherlock theme – perhaps adding a Moriarty type nemesis presence? I understand his next book is called “Righteous.” Maybe it might be worth checking out, too.
Whatever is decided, I liked that IQ also had his own dog named Ruffin. That makes him worthy and watchable in my eyes!...more
It seemed only fitting that I would take this older Bones (2013) with me to my first I.V. immunotherapy session to fight my cancer. Why not? Isn’t TemIt seemed only fitting that I would take this older Bones (2013) with me to my first I.V. immunotherapy session to fight my cancer. Why not? Isn’t Tempe Brennan, our favorite forensic anthropologist a fighter too? For whatever reason, I just feel at home in a Bones book. The characters feel like family, including her cat, Birdie.
Of course, going backwards, when I am already reading her most recent novels, reminded me that I had already read this one, but it was nice to re-visit it. It also reminded me how devoted she is to her cases. The importance she places on getting all the facts, her bossiness, her relentless pursuit for the truth, and her willingness to dive deep until she knows what really happened despite whether the victim was a “good” person or not. Because sometimes cops were just opinionated about the victims. And, she cared to know what really happened before putting the case to rest.
There is always good dialogue throughout, interesting banter, and of course, the never-ending tension with her soon to be ex-husband, Pete and what may come with her on-again-off-again partnership with Ryan. And, in this one, there will be some sadness that Ryan endures in this story, that will affect him deeply.
With this case, the more Tempe digs, the more she discovers, with the right amount of page-turning tension, which gives readers a very satisfying read.
As in all series, it is best to start from the beginning to get the full satisfaction of the characters back stories.
And, of course, as a treat, the author provides a “from the forensic files of Dr. Kathy Reichs” at the back of the book that should not be read until the end....more
How well do we really know the people we think we love?
Martha’s husband, Alan is a travelling salesman. And, they have a really neat, rather compact How well do we really know the people we think we love?
Martha’s husband, Alan is a travelling salesman. And, they have a really neat, rather compact and comfortable marriage. As a librarian she is content with her life. But when he comes back from one of his trips with blood on one of his shirts, she begins to question what exactly happens at his “selling” conferences, after all.
And, as she begins the painstaking research, to figure out what her husband might be up to, she is uncomfortable enough about what she discovers, that she calls one of her friends from college, Lily Kintner for support.
Now, as I mention Lily Kintner, for those who have not read this series, please understand that this is book #3. It is best if you read the series, to know Lily and Henry from book 1, so you understand their characters fully. You can read this as a stand-alone, but you will appreciate this story better, if you have followed the series.
Back to this story…
Martha and Lily have their own past, in which Lily helped rescue her from an ill-fated relationship with Ethan Saltz back in graduate school.
How can Lily help her discover if her husband could be a potential serial killer? And, will Henry Kimball be able to also help when Lily ventures into dark and deadly territory?
What will readers discover in this twisty, riveting, page-turning tale? And, when all seems to be clear, don’t be so sure. This author has a way of throwing many twists that will keep readers going up to the very last page!
To be honest, I thought I had already recorded my review of this one. So, when this was recently donated to my Little Free Library Shed, iCatching up…
To be honest, I thought I had already recorded my review of this one. So, when this was recently donated to my Little Free Library Shed, it was only natural that I re-visit it so that I finally could.
This is Samantha’s story. Her re-making of herself after believing she was happily married with an 11-year-old son, Travis, and suddenly finding herself, well, dumped by her husband.
And, with Berg’s storytelling, we get a realistic view of what it is like to start over when this isn’t the story, she envisioned for herself. The jobs she takes, the people she meets, the re-building of her own self-confidence, and, her own faith in others and how it changes them. As well as, the relationship she builds with her son, and his finding his own way through his own awkwardness.
Watching Samantha grow into her own is refreshing. Just as much as the story is, too. So that, when it reaches its stride, as Samantha eventually does, you can’t help but root for her, to come into her own and hope she, too will find her own happily-ever-ending....more
When this one came through as a donation to my Little Free Library Shed recently, I was reminded how I felt when I first read it. Have youCatching up…
When this one came through as a donation to my Little Free Library Shed recently, I was reminded how I felt when I first read it. Have you read it or seen the movie?
And, do you recall having that feeling about a book or a movie that you aren’t sure you want to re-visit it because it was that frightening?
And, to be honest I am not a fan of horror, scary or being told “boo” around any dark corners.
So, the question for me was, did I really want to go here again just to submit this review?
Well, obviously I did. So, what was I thinking?
When I tell you that this is that kind of a book that once you decide to place yourself within the pages of it, you are making a commitment to maybe not choose to sleep for a week afterwards, will you believe me?
Please know that, I care enough about you to put this much into words. But I am not going to give you explicit details. Nope. Not because I am not a spoiler revealer kind of a person, but this is the kind of a book that is better to go into blindly. At your own risk. It will be important to know that there will be slow reveals. Tension. Because something is ALWAYS happening. And, it WILL always be about choice. For you as a reader. And, for the characters to make. At the cabin. At the end of the world.
And, as the cover of the book says, “save your family or save humanity. Make the choice.”
But the real choice is whether you as the reader will want to just open the pages of this book.
To be honest, I wouldn’t have given this book a second look hadn’t I been reading an article in my local newspaper about it. Fantasy isn’t really my gTo be honest, I wouldn’t have given this book a second look hadn’t I been reading an article in my local newspaper about it. Fantasy isn’t really my genre, even if I love magical realism, this isn’t the way I love to read it or see it play out.
But it shared that this book was based on ‘Pride and Prejudice’ by Jane Austen. I recently re-visited that one earlier this year and loved it. My review is here: /review/show...
So, here I am. Attempting to make sense of it. But as I read it, I was wondering where the similarity was to Elizabeth and Mr. Darcy. I could definitely see the fantasy retelling of Antony and Cleopatra. Was that supposed to be it?
I believe fantasy lovers will enjoy this plot. It is fast paced with a competition that is key to the plot. (Think Hunger Games.) Still, if readers are interested in getting information, it is slow to be revealed leading to many twists along the way.
In many fantasy realms, power and abuse of power is key, as well as what characters will do to gain it. So, what characters are willing to do, will be the moral question of the day in a story like this.
And, as I mentioned, this is not my thing, so I found myself bored, uninterested, disappointed, and ready to close this book and be done.
I believe, I am an outlier. Please read other reviews in which fantasy lovers will most likely feel more engaged with the plot. Like my 카지노싸이트 friend, Sara Machado and her beautiful review: /review/show......more
So, Mel is getting ready to attend her twin brother, James and his fiancé RacheFamilies are complicated.
Especially when it comes to murder and money.
So, Mel is getting ready to attend her twin brother, James and his fiancé Rachel’s wedding. Little did she know that she would be finding herself showing up at her ex-boyfriend David’s place needing help because her supposed date was attempting to murder her.
What?
As more and more becomes known, what will Mel discover about this unknown assassin? And, as readers turn pages, what will they discover about Mel and James past that led to this moment?
Each chapter provides clues to the past as readers get closer to James and Rachel’s wedding. But what do each of these characters reveal that leave readers wondering, when it comes to family who can anybody truly trust?
Pages turn quickly in this riveting, thrilling novel.
I want to thank the author for this complimentary book for our Little Free Library Shed. I am providing an honest review....more
Oh Alex, you had me at page 4. And, then you did it again. You kept at it with every chapter. What were you doing to me? My pulse couldn’t stop racingOh Alex, you had me at page 4. And, then you did it again. You kept at it with every chapter. What were you doing to me? My pulse couldn’t stop racing. I kept checking my Apple Watch to make sure I wasn’t hyperventilating from all the excitement, as you kept me hanging and wanting more from all the little shocker reveals at the end of each chapter.
Ryan and Ali(son) are so in love. They are at the end of their high school year, and they want to have this instant romantic evening together before they head off to their separate colleges. And, just as they might be able to have that loving teenage moment together at their favorite hang-out secluded spot, a storm hits.
But wait readers, there is more!
As they head for shelter to Ali’s car, did someone knock Ryan out, or are we imaging it?
And then, readers find Ryan waking up, Alison and her car are gone and it is daylight. Chapter ends.
And, thus this is how it is throughout the book. Moments like this with explicit tension.
Something dramatic happens at the end of each chapter where readers are left hanging with a piece of news hoping for some explanation…but not necessarily getting it. Yet!
And, that is where readers feel like they are attending a masterclass in expert plotting.
By chapter 2, readers find themselves fast forwarding 5 years later. What happened? Ryan has changed his last name and although he is evading his past, it seems to be catching up to him. Why?
Readers are still left wondering what happened to Alison that fateful night 5 years earlier. And, what happens when Alison’s car is found 5 years later? And, what happens when some (thing?) is found in Alison’s car that isn’t Alison? And, who is after Ryan now?
Will the past ever be resolved?
And, will Karen ever get some sleep? (That’s me! Spoiler reveal: No.)
So many questions…
I couldn’t turn pages fast enough to keep up with the twists and turns in this fast-paced, riveting story that will have readers guessing what really happened on that night long ago. And, if readers think they know…don’t be so sure of yourself!...more
As a donation to my Little Free Library Shed, this gave me an opportunity to re-read this series, and bring my review to 카지노싸이트.
This isCatching up…
As a donation to my Little Free Library Shed, this gave me an opportunity to re-read this series, and bring my review to 카지노싸이트.
This is the second book in the Union Street Bakery series. It is best if you read the first book before reading this one. My review of book #1 is here: /review/show...
In this sequel, readers will find Daisy running the Union Street Bakery so that her father can finally retire. Her sisters are happily involved in the renovation when an old recipe box is discovered behind one of the walls.
So, what will these old recipes bring to the bakery? What is the mystery of Jenna who wrote the recipes? Why isn’t Daisy feeling well? Why is she dreaming about Jenna?
Are we having more ghost visions again?
Will Daisy finally find her happily-ever-after?
With interesting, amplified and fully developed characters, readers should find themselves satisfied with this easy-to-read, comforting sequel....more
As a donation to my Little Free Library Shed it was such a treat when both Book #1 and #2 were dropped off for me to re-read, so that I coCatching up…
As a donation to my Little Free Library Shed it was such a treat when both Book #1 and #2 were dropped off for me to re-read, so that I could bring my reviews to 카지노싸이트.
How does one describe this story? Is it a ghost story? Or a book about finding oneself? Or, a story about connecting dreams to reality? Or a story about family, love and life?
Or, maybe it is about a run-down-business that deserves a second chance of life, too?
When Daisy finds herself moving back home and living in the attic above, The Union Street Bakery, her family’s business, little did she realize that this may be what she really needed to recover from her disappointments of losing her job and boyfriend. Even though it seemed like starting over felt like going backwards (home again). Something about being home was going to open doors in a whole new different way, including introducing her to a past she didn’t realize existed.
And, even though this story will give readers a lot of back story into Daisy’s beginnings (how she was adopted), it will also give readers a taste of history, mystery, and…maybe a bit of haunting, too that leads to book #2, “Sweet Expectations,” which my review is here: /review/show.......more
When I ordered this book from my local library, I didn’t know what kind of book I was going to be reading. I justMy Favorite Mystery/Thriller for 2024
When I ordered this book from my local library, I didn’t know what kind of book I was going to be reading. I just knew it was a Baldacci book, and that is all that mattered to me. And, I can’t believe I didn’t put this in my ‘currently reading’ pile. Oh well. Believe it or not, I have been reading it. It is a book to be reckoned with, in all its 477 pages. But before I get in to discussion of it, back to Baldacci.
I love all his characters. And, who knew if it was going to be someone from the past, or someone new. I just knew I had already developed my relationships with, Atlee Pine, Aloysius Archer, Amos Decker, Alex Jamison, Travis Devine, Will Robie, John Puller, Sean King, Michelle Maxwell and Oliver Stone.
I never expected to be taken into a historical fiction courtroom drama with two new characters to add to my personal “love” list. But here I was. Ready and willing.
And, to be honest, my heart was on fire from page one. And, that even included the ‘Author’s Note.’
“I wish we lived in a world that was just and equal for all, and that lawyers could concentrate on being simply lawyers and not spokespersons for a cause. …and we can all rise high or fall low, but we should all be judged by the same standard. That is the only way we can move forward as a country, as a people.”
This is a stand-alone featuring two new characters in 1968 Freeman County, Virginia, a hotbed county, and area of the state, filled with hate and prejudice. We meet Jack Lee a white lawyer who is given a case to defend a black couple, Jerome and Pearl Washington that have been accused of killing a rich white couple.
And, when we are talking the south, it doesn’t look like they are going to get a very fair chance at trial with a Judge that has Ku Klux Klan leanings, George Wallace poised to run for President and an all-white jury.
To help Jack on the case is Desiree DuBose a Black lawyer from Chicago who is fierce about justice and equality.
What will this team discover? Will they be able to overcome these odds?
As I turned pages and read, I couldn’t help but feel the 60’s past and today’s present merging too closely together. I wanted to cry out in frustration and sadness that something was wrong – that there was a time machine that had made a mistake – that thought that 2024 was 1968 all over again and to please let me blink myself awake to a better more thoughtful, just present. That I must be dreaming.
And then, I got out of my head and reminded myself I was within the pages of a really excellent story with solid character development. It was describing the 1960’s south realistically. The courtroom drama was spectacular and dramatic and real-feeling.
There will be much to digest within these pages. Be patient. It will be worth the journey.
This story is fresh and intense, and thrilling, and showcases the human corruptness. I can only hope that this is just the beginning of Dubose and Lee as future characters and fighters of justice in an upcoming Baldacci series.
Also, I recommend that everyone read the ‘Author’s Note’ at the beginning. It is heart-felt and timely. What he shares at the end of it, which makes even more sense once it is read and digested, I think is worth including…
“I wanted each to learn from the other, and …to eventually find mutual respect and empathy for one another. In the end, what can we strive for that is more vital, for all of us?”...more
Imagine that you and your best friend are having a sleepover in the backyard tent. You both are 10-year-old kids. All seems good, until you wake up toImagine that you and your best friend are having a sleepover in the backyard tent. You both are 10-year-old kids. All seems good, until you wake up to find that there is a slash down the side of the tent and your best friend is nowhere to be found.
How would you feel upon waking?
In this story, this is the nightmare Ethan carries for the next 30 years. It is a real nightmare for Ethan, because his best friend Billy, is forever gone.
How does anybody live with this kind of memory? This has been what Ethan has had to deal with his whole life. And, when he is expected to return to his childhood home, and things begin to happen again to stir up these old memories, what is he to do? How can he overcome this past?
Will he ever know what happened to Billy?
In many ways this feels like a twisty mystery with just a slight touch of the supernatural. But more than anything there is a strong sense of the complications of friendship amongst these pages.
Most importantly, the author shows readers how grief and trauma are complicated, by showcasing both sensitively.
At the same time, readers are quickly turning pages for the resolution to the mystery of missing Billy....more
Readers meet her as she is meeting her new boyfriend Ryan’s circle of friends at this party. But we quickly get a feeling thWho really is Evie Porter?
Readers meet her as she is meeting her new boyfriend Ryan’s circle of friends at this party. But we quickly get a feeling that she really isn’t who she seems to be. It appears that Evie’s boss, Mr. Smith wants her to be Ryan’s girlfriend. Why? And, who is this Mr. Smith?
And, then Evie meets a woman at this same party who appears to have taken on Evie’s real identity. Is Mr. Smith playing Evie?
As the story takes readers back and forth in time, we learn more about Evie’s life, and we become witness to how her past catches up to her present. Making this a twisty, fast-paced read and Evie a very fascinating character to watch.
Paul is the narrator of this one “perfect” day tale. And, he will be an unreliable narrator because of his cocky, outbursts and justifications for whaPaul is the narrator of this one “perfect” day tale. And, he will be an unreliable narrator because of his cocky, outbursts and justifications for what he believes will create the “best day ever” for his meticulously planned drive with his wife Mia to their vacation home.
But not all will go as planned. What will be truth and what will be lies? How healthy and perfect is this marriage really? What is Mia thinking about what Paul has planned for her?
Readers will feel the suspense and angst and drama and deception and could it possibly be betrayal as pages turn? The drive will be tense as readers wait for the riveting conclusion.
But…about that ending…(no spoilers from me.)...more
This is not the first in the series, which puts readers (like me) at a slight disadvantage, who haven’t started with the first, to get the full back sThis is not the first in the series, which puts readers (like me) at a slight disadvantage, who haven’t started with the first, to get the full back story on our main character, Deputy Ben Packard. It doesn’t mean this story won’t have its own flow, but I think we might have benefited better had we had the opportunity to read the first story to know our protagonist a little more intimately before entering this story. (He is unique and fascinating as a Deputy who is also gay.)
So, why did I read and start with this one? Well, it was a donation to my Little Free Library Shed, and I couldn’t resist it.
In this story, Packard is called to a crime scene in which the husband is found dead by the wife. They slept in separate bedrooms because of his snoring.
Packard’s character is a thorough investigator, which makes this a wonderful police procedural. Also, this is a beautiful location setting, which allows Sandy Lake to serve almost like another character in the story. It may look pleasant on the surface, but there is a darkness that feels chilling underneath the surface.
And, then of course, there is Packard. A complex, outsider character that feels real and capable and interesting that cares about the town he is there to protect....more
Is it possible to become oneself at age 61? When we consider a coming-of-age novel we typically think of teenagers coming into themselves and finding Is it possible to become oneself at age 61? When we consider a coming-of-age novel we typically think of teenagers coming into themselves and finding their way. But this one looks at a grown woman, Willa, who has led a life in which it has passed her by in such a way – predictable in many ways, that when an opportunity comes by, she has a chance to grab a hold of her life and begin again. At age 61. Perhaps then she can learn to live.
Will readers connect or relate to Willa?
Can Willa be the “grandmother” to Cheryl, walk the dog and find herself?
While watching Willa grow into herself, readers also learn about her past, to understand why this moment of growth could be important to her.
Clock Dance is told in three stories followed by a short novel – in other words – glimpses into four periods of Willa’s life. Seemingly trauma-filled. So, when Willa has this opportunity to change/grow…
Will it be enough to bring her the freedom she needs? Will she be able to transform her life?
And, what is a clock dance? How does it relate to the title of the book? Cheryl and friends perform what they call a “clock dance.” Willa imagines her own ‘clock dance’ would be a race against time. Is this ‘grandmother’ experience to Cheryl her own race against time?
In many ways it was a well-written story, but at times difficult to read because of Willa’s timidity and weakness to the men in her life.
Still, by the time Willa has her breakthroughs, will it be enough to give readers satisfaction in the end?...more
What happens when we build something and someone knocks it down? What happens when we build something and someone knocks it down and everyone else hasWhat happens when we build something and someone knocks it down? What happens when we build something and someone knocks it down and everyone else has an opinion about it that we don’t want to hear?
What happens when we build something and someone knocks it down and we are left alone and feel all sorts of emotions about it and someone comes along and just listens to everything that we feel about it?
Can we feel listened too, finally?
Well, maybe this is that story.
And, this is what makes this the perfect story for parents and/or teachers to talk with kids about.
A beautifully illustrated book that has been donated by Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library for kids everywhere.
Reading Level: Age 3 – 5+ - Pre-school – K+...more
This series was recommended to me by another 카지노싸이트 reader because of my interest in Door County, Wisconsin. When my husband and I were travelling,This series was recommended to me by another 카지노싸이트 reader because of my interest in Door County, Wisconsin. When my husband and I were travelling, we truly enjoyed this small town. Apparently, the author has created a “puzzle-type” mystery to solve within the pages of each book in the series.
Unfortunately, this was the only print copy available at my local library, so I am beginning the series with book #3. I felt that I could read this as a stand-alone. Even so, I also knew I was missing some of the characters back stories from book #1 & #2. Sheriff Dave Cubiak is a reoccurring character, and this is his series.
In this story, an older wealthy town patron is kidnapped and held for ransom. The FBI gets involved because it appears that terrorists might be involved in the plot.
And then, bones wash up on the shore. Could this relate to his disappearance?
With many twists and turns readers will be kept engaged and guessing as answers are sought and eventually revealed. (No spoilers from me.)...more
“The future is unwritten, brimming with potential.”
Believe it or not, this was not an overnight read. I took my time with this one, in-between other n“The future is unwritten, brimming with potential.”
Believe it or not, this was not an overnight read. I took my time with this one, in-between other novels. Of course, I would. It is after all 542 pages.
Kuang our author is also a translator. So, writing a story about a fictional place called Babel fits.
She has created a story where bright children are taken from all corners of the British empire, circa 1830’s, fluent in Chinese or Arabic, raised in England and put to work at Babel to translate. They are there to benefit the rich in London.
Readers are following Robin from childhood in China, through his “upbringing” at Babel, and his hope that through translation it will bring people together.
“We’re here to make magic with words.”
Still, our protagonist Robin is a complicated character. He may have been born into poverty in China and raised by a wealthy father in England, but this background only seems to add to his impediments. He’s overprivileged, middle-classed, brave at times, noble, too and sometimes naïve. He really wants the best, but he isn’t quite sure how to always make it happen.
“Words tell stories. Specifically, the history of those words – how they came into use, and how their meaning morphed into what they mean today – tell us just as much about a people, if not more, than any other kind of historical artifact.”
While Babel primarily follows Robin, readers also get glimpses into the lives of his three Babel classmates, Ramy, Victoire, and Letty. Each of them will have their own unique story. And, they are all flawed and engaging characters for readers, to follow.
Still, this story is not an easy read. At times, it can be thoughtful, character driven with beautiful prose. But it is also grim and harrowing, at other times. And, not all characters are likable and their opinions are sometimes detestable and difficult to read. But it will also be an interesting, dark and haunting view of historical fiction.
For some readers this story is considered a masterpiece. For others it is a difficult slog. For others it is a meaningful artful read. I haven’t decided how I feel yet. I am still digesting it. And, a bit, in-between about it. The way I read it. Which puts me at 4 stars....more
“You don’t have to do this alone, you know.” “Do what?” “Life.”
The title of the book says that Lenny Marks gets away with murder. But as I kept reading“You don’t have to do this alone, you know.” “Do what?” “Life.”
The title of the book says that Lenny Marks gets away with murder. But as I kept reading the book, I kept wondering…what really is the murder that she is getting away with here?
First, let us try and understand who Lenny Marks is.
She is a teacher of elementary school kids. She is deeply flawed. And troubled. She has a past that is not clear. To readers. And, probably to herself. Is she neurodivergent, or damaged because of this past that isn’t clear to her or readers?
Keep reading, I would tell myself. Be patient. There is more to Lenny Marks.
She is deeply sensitive. She has been bullied in her past. And, she doesn’t like to see people hurting others or dogs. Thus, it is no surprise that she now has Malcolm, the dog. And, she really likes the show Friends, yet she doesn’t “appear” to have any. Or does she?
So, with all this being said, is there anything about Lenny Marks that is likable? Do we as readers root for her? Do we care enough about her that we want to know what really happened in her past? Or care enough to find out who this Fergus is, when a letter arrives at her work that she doesn’t seem to read, but readers want to know about it? And him?
And, most importantly, why, oh why, did the author decide to title this book, ‘Lenny Marks gets away with murder?’
And, just when it seemed like we would be close to knowing, the author had Lenny Marks running from that truth. But there was something else the author would give readers.
Short chapters. So, that we would keep reading to find out more. Small clues forward for readers to savor.
What really happened to Lenny Marks? Or, what did Lenny Marks do? How many pages will it take for readers to read before they find out the truth? And whether, Lenny Marks does indeed commit murder, or not?
“She hoped they knew.”
And when readers do…find this “truth,” how will we feel? Will we breathe again and understand Lenny Marks a little more? And, will we care?
My answer…yes. I believe so.
Lenny Marks is complicated. But fascinating, too. And, in this page-turning, very different type of mystery debut novel, readers will want to be protective of her. And patient.
And, aware of Malcolm, too. He has quite the story, as well. (To say more…well, you know me and spoilers…I don’t give them.)...more
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